Analyzing tongue examination through video recordings
The Establishment of Tongue Examination Analysis From the Video Recording
This study is testing a new way to examine tongues using video recordings to see if it can make tongue assessments more accurate and reliable for everyone.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 300 (estimated) |
| Ages | 20 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | China Medical University, Taiwan Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Taichung) |
| Trial ID | NCT04923763 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This project aims to capture the process of tongue extension using dynamic video recordings to establish a comprehensive analysis system for tongue examinations. By inviting 300 participants from the general public, high-quality videos will be recorded and analyzed using computer technology to assess various tongue parameters. This approach seeks to enhance the traditional tongue examination method used in Chinese medicine by minimizing operator errors and improving diagnostic accuracy through automated analysis.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are members of the general public who are able to complete a tongue examination.
Not a fit: Patients who are unable to complete a tongue examination will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this could provide a more accurate and accessible method for diagnosing health conditions through tongue examination in traditional Chinese medicine.
How similar studies have performed: While traditional tongue examination has been practiced for centuries, the application of dynamic video analysis is a novel approach that has not been extensively tested in prior studies.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * general public Exclusion Criteria: * unable to complete tongue examination
Where this trial is running
Taichung
- China Medical University — Taichung, Taiwan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Han-Kuei Wu, Doctor
- Email: hkw0918@gmail.com
- Phone: 886-4-22053366
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.